Hydraulic Fluids

Hydraulic fluids are the lifeblood of any hydraulic system. They transmit power, lubricate internal components, cool system parts, and help seal internal clearances.

🔹 Main Types of Hydraulic Fluids:

Type	Properties	Applications
Mineral Oil-Based	Most common, affordable, good lubrication	General industrial use
Synthetic Fluids	Excellent thermal and oxidative stability	Aerospace, high-performance systems
Water-Based Fluids	Fire-resistant but can cause corrosion	Steel plants, firefighting systems
Biodegradable Fluids	Eco-friendly, plant-based	Agriculture, marine, environmental zones

🔹 Key Fluid Properties:

Viscosity – Affects flow and heat dissipation
Lubricity – Reduces wear and tear on moving parts
Thermal Stability – Allows operation in high-temperature environments
Compatibility – Should match seal and material specs

Regular maintenance of hydraulic fluid, including filtration and replacement, is critical to system performance and longevity.

Hydraulic Fluids

Hydraulic fluids are the lifeblood of any hydraulic system. They transmit power, lubricate internal components, cool system parts, and help seal internal clearances.

🔹 Main Types of Hydraulic Fluids:

Type	Properties	Applications
Mineral Oil-Based	Most common, affordable, good lubrication	General industrial use
Synthetic Fluids	Excellent thermal and oxidative stability	Aerospace, high-performance systems
Water-Based Fluids	Fire-resistant but can cause corrosion	Steel plants, firefighting systems
Biodegradable Fluids	Eco-friendly, plant-based	Agriculture, marine, environmental zones

🔹 Key Fluid Properties:

Viscosity – Affects flow and heat dissipation
Lubricity – Reduces wear and tear on moving parts
Thermal Stability – Allows operation in high-temperature environments
Compatibility – Should match seal and material specs

Regular maintenance of hydraulic fluid, including filtration and replacement, is critical to system performance and longevity.